MD-102 Protect devices Practice Question
Which THREE of the following are prerequisites for deploying Microsoft Defender for Endpoint on Windows 10 devices via Microsoft Intune? (Select THREE.)
⚠ Common exam trap
Test-takers frequently confuse the MDE client download with the built-in sensor activation, leading them to select Option B, or they mistakenly think Office 365 apps are required for security features, selecting Option C.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Devices must be enrolled in Microsoft Intune.
Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE) deployment via Intune requires devices to be enrolled in Intune (MDM) to receive the configuration policies and security baselines that enable and manage MDE. Without Intune enrollment, the device cannot process the MDE onboarding policy or the required Windows Security settings pushed through the Microsoft Endpoint Manager console.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Devices must be enrolled in Microsoft Intune.
Why this is correct
Intune is the management platform for deployment.
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The Microsoft Defender for Endpoint client must be separately downloaded from the Microsoft 365 admin center.
Why it's wrong here
The client is built into Windows 10; no separate download is needed.
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Devices must have Microsoft 365 Apps for enterprise installed.
Why it's wrong here
Not a prerequisite for Defender for Endpoint.
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Users must be assigned a Microsoft Defender for Endpoint license.
Why this is correct
Licensing is required for the service.
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Devices must run a supported version of Windows 10.
Why this is correct
Only supported versions can receive updates and policies.
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Introduction to Endpoint Management in Microsoft 365
Key term
Policy
A policy is a set of rules or guidelines that defines how an organization manages, secures, and operates its IT systems and services.
Key term
Security
Security in IT is the practice of protecting systems, networks, and data from unauthorized access, damage, or theft.
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